Professional Weather Center

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1 Instruction Manual Professional Weather Center CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions... 2 Package Contents... 2 Product Registration Setup in-1 Sensor Setup Using the Weather Center Weather Ticker Care & Maintenance FCC Information...19 Customer Support Questions? Contact Customer Support at (877) or visit SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

2 and retain it for future reference. Unpacking Instructions Package Contents 2. 5-in-1 sensor 3. Sensor mounting bracket 4. Mounting hardware 5. Power adapter IMPORTANT PRODUCT REGISTRATION Register a Product 2

3 in-1 SENSOR 1. Rainfall Collector Funnel 2. Solar Cell Panel Internal Aspirating Fan (not shown) temperature measurement. 3. A-B-C Switch 4. Battery Compartment 5. Temperature & Humidity Sensors 6. Mounting Point 7. Wind Speed Anemometer 8. Wind Direction Vane 9. Mounting Bracket 10. Mounting Hardware Qty Diameter Length 5 #4 3/4 1 #4 1/2 1 #6 1/2 11. Debris Filter entering the rain gauge. 3

4 Display Unit

5 1. Previous 2 Wind Directions 2. Current Wind Speed 3. Current Wind Direction 4. Current Indoor Temperature temperature is trending. 5. Display Low Battery Indicator 6. Peak Wind Speed minutes. 7. Current Indoor Humidity 8. Wind Speed Alert Indicator 50 mph. 9. Clock 10. Rainfall Alert Indicator 11. AUTO DIM Indicator brightness mode (see page 9). 12. Current Rainfall Total to 24 Hour Weather Forecast 14. Storm Alert Indicator pressure drops. 15. Month/Year/All-Time Rainfall 16. Current Barometric Pressure pressure is trending. 17. RAINFALL Button 18. Button for setup preferences. 19. SET Button for setup preferences. 20. Button for setup preferences. 21. SELECT Button 22. Weather Ticker TM 23. Heat Index/ Wind Chill Alert Indicator over 90ºF (32ºC) or when wind 24. Learning Mode Icon 25. WEATHER SELECT 26. Date 27. Current Outdoor Humidity 28. Average Wind Speed in-1 Sensor Signal Strength 30. Sensor Low Battery Indicator 31. Current Outdoor Temperature temperature is trending. 5

6 Back of Display Unit BACK OF DISPLAY UNIT 1. Integrated Hang Hole 2. Backlight Button 3. Plug-in for Power Adapter 4. Removable Tabletop Stand 5. CLEAR ALL / RESET Button Press to than 10 seconds for 6. A-B-C Switch 7. Power adapter 8. Battery Compartment Cover (not shown) 6

7 SETUP 5-in-1 Sensor Setup 1 Set the A-B-C Switch 2 Install or Replace Batteries recommended. 3 the 5-in-1 sensor for temperatures compartment cover. compartment. Remove Rain Gauge Stabilizer the bottom of the sensor. The rain removed. A B C 1 A-B-C Switch Set to match 2 Install Batteries 3 Rain Gauge Stabilizer Remove and discard 7

8 Display Unit Setup 1 1 Set the A-B-C Switch A B C 2 3 Plug Power Adapter into Electrical Outlet Install or Replace Batteries compartment. 3 Install Backup Batteries 2 Plug in Power Adapter IMPORTANT: Batteries are a backup power source to preserve records in the event of PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS. BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment which is not to be used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire, as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals. 8

9 Set the Time, Date & Units or TOP DISPLAY: TICKER DISPLAY: Display Backlight Settings 100% brightness. Press button once to dim to 60% brightness; press AUTO DIM MODE: 9

10 Placement for Maximum Accuracy and performance of this product. Display Unit Placement 5-in-1 Sensor Placement the sensor for the most accurate measurements. Important Placement Guidelines MAXIMIZE WIRELESS RANGE PREVENT WIRELESS INTERFERENCE computer, microwave, radio, etc.). LOCATE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES LOCATE AWAY FROM HUMIDITY SOURCES LOCATE AWAY FROM SPRINKLER HEADS LOCATE AWAY FROM WIND & RAIN OBSTRUCTIONS structures around to ensure accurate wind measurement. 10

11 5-in-1 Sensor Installation Guidelines INSTALLATION HEIGHT Mount the sensor at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5 meters) off the ground, in an open area. Higher is better for wind (10 meters) high! MOUNTING OPTIONS and home centers). SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION sensor with the solar cell facing SOUTH. 5-in-1 Sensor Installation bag. on the bottom of the sensor. 3. Make sure the arrows on the top of the sensor are pointed in the proper wind direction. 4. Fasten the sensor into the mounting base using the 2 shorter screws NO OBSTRUCTIONS ABOVE OR AROUND SOUTH The 5-in-1 sensor is now ready to use. (1.5 meters) Clear Data Collected During Installation Basic Setup is Complete 11

12 OPERATION Using the Professional Weather Center Learning Mode Weather Forecast STORMY & WINDY SNOW LIKELY SNOW / RAIN MIX LIKELY CHANCE OF RAIN CLOUDY (flashing=stormy) View the complete list of icons at Weather Select Barometric Pressure 12

13 Rainfall Tracking icon is shown TOTAL RAINFALL FOR DATE SHOWN TOTAL RAINFALL FOR MONTH SHOWN CURRENT YEAR TOTAL RAINFALL PREVIOUS YEAR TOTAL RAINFALL ALL-TIME TOTAL RAINFALL the date shown. 13

14 Weather Ticker 14

15 Troubleshooting Problem No outdoor sensor reception no bars Possible Solution The units must be within 330 ft (100 m) of each other. computers, etc). ºF/-20º remove power adapter/batteries from each. for about 20 minutes to gain a strong connection. Outdoor temperature showing dashes Inaccurate forecast 12 to 24 hours, not current conditions. 15

16 Troubleshooting Problem Inaccurate temperature or humidity Possible Solution (see page 10). moisture sources (see page 10). the ground. No rainfall has been removed from the bottom of the sensor (see page 7). Inaccurate wind readings or more. Make sure to compare data using a sensor positioned at the same mounting height. minimum of 5 ft in the air with no obstructions around Display screen not working need to be entered after a reset. If your AcuRite product does not operate properly after trying the troubleshooting steps, visit or call (877) for assistance. 16

17 Care & Maintenance Display Unit Care 5-in-1 Sensor Care Clean the Sensor Insect Prevention Snow & Freezing Weather Clean the Rain Collector Cup Clean the Wind Vane & Anemometer Remove foreign matter from the outside of the sensor for free movement of the wind or graphite powder on the anemometer for improved movement. Calibration or reading. 17

18 Calibrate the Rain Gauge Items Needed gauge. Tips Adjustment Watch the video at 18

19 TEMPERATURE RANGE ºF to 158ºF; -40ºC to 70ºC ºF to 122ºF; 0ºC to 50ºC HUMIDITY RANGE WIND SPEED WIND DIRECTION INDICATORS RAINFALL WIRELESS RANGE OPERATING FREQUENCY POWER DATA REPORTING 0 to 99 mph; 0 to 159 kph 16 points 0 to 393 in; 0 to 9999mm 330ft / 100m If your AcuRite product does not operate properly, visit or call (877) for assistance. For more information, visit our Knowledge Base at FCC Information - Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. 19

20 Customer Support For assistance 24/7 support at IMPORTANT PRODUCT REGISTRATION Support User Forum Submit Feedback & Ideas Register a Product Limited One Year Warranty date of purchase. Chaney Instrument Co. warrants that all products it manufactures to be of good material and workmanship, and to be free of defects when properly installed and operated for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Remedy for breach of this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the defective item(s). Any product which, under normal use and service, is proven to breach the warranty contained herein within ONE YEAR from date of sale will, upon examination by Chaney, and at its sole option, be repaired or replaced by Chaney. Transportation costs and charges for returned goods shall be paid for by the purchaser. Chaney hereby disclaims all responsibility for such transportation costs and charges. This warranty will not be breached, and Chaney will give no credit for products it manufactures which have received normal wear and tear, been damaged (including by acts of nature), tampered, abused, improperly installed, damaged in shipping, or repaired or altered by others than authorized representatives of Chaney. The above-described warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, and all other warranties are hereby expressly disclaimed, including without limitation the implied warranty of merchantability and the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. Chaney expressly disclaims all liability for special, consequential or incidental damages, whether arising in tort or by contract from any breach of this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Chaney further disclaims all liability from personal injury relating to its products to the extent permitted by law. By acceptance of any of Chaney s products, the purchaser assumes all liability for the consequences arising from their use or misuse. No person, firm or corporation is authorized to assume for Chaney any other liability in connection with the sale of its products. Furthermore, no person, firm or corporation is authorized to modify or waive the terms of this paragraph, and the preceding paragraph, unless done in writing and signed by a duly authorized agent of Chaney. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. For in-warranty claims: Chaney Instrument Co. 965 Wells St. Lake Geneva, WI

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24 Weather Stations Temperature Weather Thermometers & Timers It s More than Accurate, it s. Printed in China 01512A1 INST Chaney Instrument Co. All rights reserved. AcuRite is a registered trademark of the Chaney Instrument Co., Lake Geneva, WI All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. AcuRite uses patented technology. Visit for details.